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Boasting three nursery slopes/beginner areas in the resort itself (see Beginner Ski Areas in Verbier), the Verbier ski area also offers great beginner terrain up at La Chaux, now accessible directly from Médran thanks to the recently built La Chaux Express Combi-Mix lift. Also serviced by a 4-man chair, this sun drenched area is a great place to practice & progress as there are nice, easy runs which tend to soften up in the afternoon given its south facing orientation. ... more

From the mellow pistes of the Lac des Vaux to the wide, cruising boulevards of the Attelas and the Combes, Verbier has everything to please the intermediate crowd. ... more

Skiers and boarders in search of steep, adrenaline packed descents will either want to head straight over to the Col de Chassoure to test their skills on the Chassoure-Tortin “wall” (a ski itinerary which takes you down a steep, often heavily moguled face) or, if the tram is running, head straight up to the peak of the imposing Mont Gelé, where, from its 3023m summit, a multitude of ski itineraries will give even the most hardened experts a run for their money! Below you'll find some more suggestions for the advanced skier and boarder: ... more

When it comes to off-piste, Verbier is one of the most renowned resorts in the Alps. This is mainly due to the accessibility of its itineraries, as well as numerous possibilities found over an extensive region. Here are a few suggestions of some of the more popular itineraries of the 4-Valleys: ... more

Verbier has a descent number of restaurants to choose from up the mountain, and although most serve food of a good standard, the culinary possibilities are limited to a similar, somewhat repetitive fare. In most establishments, you will usually find the traditional Valaisan meat and cheese dishes, as well as the “classics”: pastas, burgers, pizzas and salads. Portions for the most part aren’t extravagant, but most times, you’ll find the prices are. Expect to pay 17 to 33 SFR for a main course, with some meat dishes reaching into the 40 SFR mark.

There are also a good number of “a la carte” restaurants up the mountain which welcome you for sit-down meals. Most take reservations, and to avoid disappointment, it is best to book a table, especially during peak holiday periods. ... more

When the bad weather comes in and the clouds cling to the mountains here in Verbier, skiing with good visibility becomes a rarity, given that most of the domain is situated above the tree-line. There are however a few areas where one can head in order to make the most of a stormy day, but remember: always carry with you all pertinent gear when wandering off-piste (ie. transceiver, probe & shovel) and know how to use it well!

The following are merely suggestions of where to go when the weather turns bad, and off-piste skiing/boarding is ALWAYS practised at your own risk. Ignoring safety warnings, entering closed areas or ducking under ropes and barriers can have grave consequences in the mountains. This is why we recommend that you take a certified mountain guide with you when heading off-piste. ... more